The firm WFW is an international law firm advising on complex transactions and disputes through local knowledge and an integrated international network. We have a strong sector focus, combining our technical excellence with deep industry knowledge across energy, transport and real estate. We have offices in Athens, Bangkok, Dubai, Frankfurt, Hamburg, Hanoi, Hong Kong, London, Madrid, Milan, Munich, New York, Paris, Rome and Singapore. We strive for excellence in all that we do and view investment in our people as key to achieving our business goals and values, which rest on developing deep and long-lasting relationships externally and internally through respect, sharing, communication and integrity. Our teams are integrated across legal disciplines and offices delivering consistently high levels of service in combination across borders and locally through a deep understanding of local business customs and culture. Types of work Within our core sectors of energy (conventional and renewable power, oil & gas, mining and commodities), real estate and transport (aviation, maritime and rail) plus associated infrastructure, we provide a full suite of legal services including finance, capital markets, corporate, construction, planning, employment, public law, regulatory and competition and dispute resolution. Who should apply Each year we recruit 18 trainees. Although there is no typical WFW trainee, there are certain qualifications, skills and traits that we look for. You will need a 2.1 or above – or predicted if you haven’t yet graduated. We also ask for at least ABB from A-level results, or their equivalent, if you have taken other qualifications. As well as academic achievement, we particularly value applicants with clear initiative, drive and commercial awareness. Training programme Our two-year training contract differs from many other firms. With us you will gain valuable insight from six four-month seats, one overseas in either Athens, Bangkok, Dubai, Munich, Paris or Singapore. In each you’ll join a team led by a partner and see complex and high value transactions first hand. Your training contract will be hands-on, with as much experience of clients and real, high-profile work as possible. You’ll also benefit from plenty of exposure to senior lawyers, many acknowledged leaders in their field. The firm has a reputation for challenging work. Yours will be no exception as we believe that only total immersion can provide you with the experience you require. We give you early responsibility but we also offer plenty of support and feedback. When and how to apply All applications for training contracts should be made via our website www.wfw.com/trainee before 13 July 2020. 15 Appold Street, London EC2A 2HB Tel: 020 7814 8000 Email: uktrainees@wfw.com Web: www.wfw.com/trainee Watson Farley & Williams LLP
Vacancies Trainees Partners Total staff
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Work placement yes (see Insider Report on p105) Training contract deadline 13 July 2020 Apply Online at www.wfw.com/trainee Starting salary £43,000 Minimum qualifications ABB at A level or equivalent and 2.1 degree any discipline Sponsorship GDL/LPC Offices Athens, Bangkok, Dubai,
Frankfurt, Hamburg, Hong Kong, London, Madrid, Milan, Munich, New York, Paris, Rome, Singapore
THE LAWCAREERS.NET HANDBOOK 442 Remember to cite The LawCareers.Net Handbook on your application form if you apply to this firm. Work placements Our vacation scheme is the best way to familiarise yourself with WFW. The two-week placements are at our London office. They give us a chance to get to know you, and you a chance to experience the firm in more depth. To appreciate first-hand the kind of work trainees undertake day to day, you will work with solicitors in one of our core practice groups for the whole period. To complement this focus on one area, you will also participate in a variety of training and social events designed to give you a general overview of the firm. Applications must be received before 13 January 2020. Sponsorship Full payment of fees for the GDL and LPC as applicable depending on the point of offer. We also provide a maintenance grant of £8,500/£7,500 depending on location.
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